2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Marcos TS500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Marcos TS500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Marcos TS500. (321 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Marcos TS500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 760 kg more than 2003 Marcos TS500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Marcos TS500. (475 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Marcos TS500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Marcos |
| Model | XK | TS500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2300 mm |
